US EditionFinland Charges Captain of Russian 'Shadow Fleet' Tanker over Baltic Sea Cable Sabotage
FINLAND, AUG 11 – Charges include aggravated sabotage and telecommunications interference after the Eagle S dragged its anchor 90 km, damaging five cables and causing at least €60 million in repair costs, prosecutors said.
- On August 11, 2025, Finland’s national prosecutor’s office filed charges against the captain and first and second officers of the Eagle S oil tanker for aggravated criminal mischief and interference with communications.
- On December 25, authorities say damage to submarine cables connecting Finland and Estonia triggered the criminal investigation.
- The Eagle S dragged its anchor for about 90 kilometres, damaging five submarine cables in the Gulf of Finland, evidence suggests possible sabotage.
- Amid warnings of critical infrastructure risks, authorities said services held via alternative links; Elisa and Cinia have incurred at least 60 million euros in repair costs.
- Amid sanctions enforcement, the Eagle S is described as part of Russia’s ‘shadow fleet,’ prompting NATO to step up Baltic Sea surveillance, with defendants claiming no jurisdiction.
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